Benzoyl chloride: View or download the

View or download the Benzoyl chloride MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) or SDS for 801804 from Merck. Solid catalyst treated with anion: XVIII. Benzoylation of toluene with benzoyl chloride and benzoic anhydride catalysed by solid superacid of sulfate-supported alumina. High activity of iron containing metal-organic-framework in acylation of p-xylene with benzoyl chloride. What is Benzoyl chloride? Benzoyl chloride is also known as benzene carbonyl chloride. The chemical formula of benzoyl chloride is C7H5ClO. It is a colourless liquid, boiling point 198°,fuming in moist air. It has a pungent odour and its vapour causes profuse watering of eyes and nose. It is practically insoluble in water. Table of Contents What is Benzoyl Chloride? Benzoyl Chloride is an acyl chloride derived from benzoic acid. Its chemical formula is C₆H₅COCl, and it is known for being highly reactive, especially with water and alcohols. Due to its reactivity, it serves as a key acylating agent in organic synthesis.